So what makes Club Sandals at Sandals Resorts so special? Back in 1997, Club Sandals was called concierge services. You can book certain room levels in order to take advantage of this wonderful service. Club Sandals at Sandals Resorts makes your vacation relatively stress free.
Have you ever been to Sandals Resorts? We have been, once in 1997 for our honeymoon, and again in 2017 for our 20th wedding anniversary. We always said that we would come back, and I am so glad that we did. It was absolutely amazing, and relaxing, and, well, perfect.
One of the most stressful things about traveling to another country is the uncertainty about dinner reservations, the booking of excursions, or finding your way around a resort. That is where Club Sandals comes in, and here is why you need to take advantage of the services.
I have to admit, I am not a seasoned world traveler, but it is on my bucket list to visit as many Caribbean islands as I possibly can. Our kids are in college(and almost in college), so it is time for my husband and I to try our hand at traveling.
WHY Club Sandals At Sandals Resorts:
First and foremost, what is Club Sandals? Club Sandals has to be one of the best ways to start your resort vacation. If you have ever been to the Caribbean, then you know how HOT it can get there. Club Sandals is an air-conditioned lounge that you use to check into the resort. It is a great place to relax after your flight and get yourself ready for an amazing vacation.
The whole door screams “Welcome”!! It was such a welcome sight since the last time we were on the resort was 20 years ago. So having a glass of champagne(on top of our rum punch) was heavenly. I may have mentioned before that the Jamaican hospitality is like no other I have experienced, and Club Sandals at Sandals Resorts is the first step in your Caribbean experience.
We had a large group that came in at the same time, so we had to sit outside before they called us in to check in. We didn’t care, we were in paradise!
What Happens In Club Sandals At Sandals Resorts When You Arrive:
- You are met on arrival by Club Sandals Concierge.
- They serve you cold/warm towels on arrival(varies by resort).
- Privately checked in at the Lounge.
- Escorted to room by Club Sandals Concierge and in-Room orientation with a welcome packet by Club Sandals Concierge.
- Private Resort Orientation by Club Sandals Concierge.
We had a wonderful staff member escort us to our room and explain all the amenities Club Sandals at Sandals Resorts has to offer. But, before we headed to our room, we booked our restaurants and snorkeling excursion. We also met our on-site wedding planner who was handling our vow renewal.
The lounge itself is wonderful. After you check in on the I-Pad, make sure you take a moment to make your dinner reservations with a concierge member. Some of the restaurants book up quickly, so doing it first thing cuts down on the stress.
There are also snacks and drinks available to you. Let me tell you, some of those pastries are going to knock your sock off the second you try them.
There are also some comfy couches and a nice TV to watch. You can also find board games to play and books to read. If you take a book with you, but don’t want to drag it back home, dropping it in the Club Sandals lounge lending library is a great way to save space and bless someone else.
More Amenities That Club Sandals At Sandals Resorts Offers:
- Robes in all rooms.
- In-Room Bar with pouring brands and fridge restocked daily with juice, water & sodas.
- Specially made Club Sandals room key.
- In-Room Culinary treat for late arrivals.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Unlimited number of devices.
- Robes in all rooms.
- Cocktail Party
- Exclusive Wine Tasting
- Snorkeling Trip
- Martini Evening
And don’t forget beautiful decor as well!
So will you be using the lounge if you go to a Sandals Resort? If you already have, make sure you leave a comment and share your experience!
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*While I am a member of the Sandals Affiliate program, this post is written on my own, and I have not received compensation from Sandals Resorts to publish it. All thoughts and comments are 100% my own. Read my disclosure policy for more information.
I was looking into this when booking my honeymoon but wasn’t sure it would be worth it. I’ll definitely be booking a trip here in the future! Do you know if all the Sandals resorts offers this?
Yes, all of them offer Club Sandals to guests who book club or butler level.
Happy anniversary!
It sounds like you made the most of your time in club sandals Jennifer!
I have never really had the pleasure of this kind of lounge on my own travels (I am always too excited to get exploring and eating ALL THE THINGS!) But one of my friends uses a hotel with this kind of service whenever he visits Vancouver, so now I can see the appeal. It’s pretty awesome that you can pop in at any time to relax, have a glass of wine and a snack! 😀
The snacks are really amazing!
I’ve always heard great things about the Sandals resorts although I’ve never visited one. We went to Aruba with our teens last year. I’m all about returning to the Caribbean! It sounds like an amazing way to celebrate an anniversary!! My husband and I will be celebrating our 20th in April and haven’t made any plans yet. Hmmm… 😉
We did our vow renewal there in 2017 for our 20th anniversary. We loved it more than our initial ceremony! You can check it out here: https://trekkingandtasting.com/retie-the-knot-ceremony/ It was the BEST time ever!!
We stayed at the Sandal in Ocho Rios Jamaica and loved it. I don’t remember them having the Sandals Club when I visited, but it sounds nice. It reminds me of the Preferred Club that Secrets Resorts offers as well.
I have never been to Ochi. Only Sandals Royal Caribbean twice, and heading to Sandals Emerald Bay this Summer.
I saw lots of Club Sandals advertisements and now I got ideas on what it is. Sounds like a good place to relax with all those snacks and drinks in the lounge anytime you want. I think they need to add massage service though. Don’t you think?
They do have massages at the Red Lane Spa for an additional cost.
How wonderful that you revisited the Caribbeans for your 20th anniversary! and it sounds like you had a great experience with Club Sandals! I have actually never been to the Caribbeans but will certainly consider a Sandals Resort if I go!
I love that you have everything you need without worrying about pulling out cash for tips!
Wow, you are lucky to celebrate your anniversary at your honeymoon place. Sandals resorts look very exotic and have many nice features like the arrangement of Snorkeling trip and exclusive Wine tasting. Thanks for sharing a wonderful resort.
Yes, it was definitely amazing! I can’t wait to go back this year!
I don’t usually use these services when I travel, but I used a similar service when I visited Mexico for a second time. You’re right- it makes everything easy and hassle free!
The travel agency I work for sends a lot of clients to Sandals resorts, but I had no idea how many amenities were included in Club Sandal! Definitely worth the add-on.
We had our honeymoon in ’94 We said during our honeymoon we would return for our 25th and we are! We got club level rooms and I’m excited!